The Wannabe Author
The Wannabe Author
Podcast Description
Ever wonder what it really takes to go from zero to published? Join me, Taryn, as I navigate the messy, exhilarating and often frustrating journey of becoming an author— without any prior experience. Each episode dives into books, breaks down the craft of writing, explores mental health, and shares valuable lessons I’ve learned through trial and (so much) error. With interviews featuring authors, mental health professionals, and readers, The Wannabe Author offers fresh, unfiltered look at the world of storytelling and publishing. Tune in— it’s a damn good time!
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of themes related to writing and publishing, including mental health challenges faced by writers, the self-publishing process, and the journey of traditional publishing, featuring episodes that discuss overcoming burnout with a therapist and exploring the personal stories of fellow authors such as Alissa DeRogatis and Jennifer E. Archer.

Ever wonder what it really takes to go from zero to published? Join me, Taryn, as I navigate the messy, exhilarating and often frustrating journey of becoming an author— without any prior experience. Each episode dives into books, breaks down the craft of writing, explores mental health, and shares valuable lessons I’ve learned through trial and (so much) error. With interviews featuring authors, mental health professionals, and readers, The Wannabe Author offers fresh, unfiltered look at the world of storytelling and publishing. Tune in— it’s a damn good time!
To wrap up season three we are lucky to once again hear from best selling author Alissa DeRogatis. In our first episode together, Alissa and I talked about her debut indie novel Call It What You Want and the journey she had getting into the traditional industry with it. Today we talk on her upcoming release How To Find Love In The Cereal Aisle and the differences in her journey between her debut and sophomore novels.
Alissa’s current read: Too Blessed To Stress by Ali Hoff Kosik
Where you can find more of Alissa:
Website: https://www.alissaderogatis.com/books
Pre order HTFLITCA: https://www.sourcebooks.com/9781464223396-how-to-find-love-in-the-cereal-aisle-tp.html

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